1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 854 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Cordoba | E-150 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3510 mm |